Fernando Alonso expresses concerns over Aston's gearbox issues in Monaco
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:49 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Fernando Alonso indicated major concerns regarding Aston Martin's powertrain ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix on June 5, 2026. During recent practices, he experienced 'random downshifts' that led to control issues, resulting in a limited crash at the track. Alonso emphasized the risk these gearbox problems pose in Monaco's narrow layout, highlighting previous struggles in Miami and the need for improvements. Aston Martin's ambassador Pedro de la Rosa acknowledged the ongoing challenges their car faces amid new powertrain regulations.
- •Alonso faced control issues due to random downshifts during practice.
- •The crash at Monaco involved minor damage to his front wing.
- •Aston Martin is working to address gearbox-related challenges.
- •Alonso noted difficulty scoring points based on the season's performance.
- •Aston has switched from Mercedes engines to Honda powertrains this season.
- 2:49 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Martin gives update on “random downshifts” after Fernando Alonso’s FP1 crash
- 10:39 AMYahoo Sports — Fernando Alonso wary of Monaco crashes amid Aston’s “random downshifts”
- 10:39 AMMotorsport.com — Fernando Alonso wary of Monaco crashes amid Aston’s “random downshifts”
- 10:29 AMAutosport — Aston Martin’s “random downshifts” leave Alonso wary of Monaco GP crashes
"Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin needs to get its Formula 1 powertrain under control, as he raises concerns "random downshifts" could trigger crashes at the Monaco Grand Prix. Alonso was noticeably hampered by the problem in qualifying at Miami, ending up 1.2s down on the Q2 cutoff time, as this long-lasting problem became more prominent. The issue is gearbox-related but occurs within the ...Keep reading
"Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin needs to get its Formula 1 powertrain under control, lest some crashes occur in the Monaco Grand Prix. Alonso was noticeably hampered by “random downshifts” in qualifying at Miami, ending up 1.2s down on the Q2 cutoff time, as this long-lasting problem became more prominent. The issue is gearbox-related but occurs within the wider power unit context ...Keep reading
"Alonso fears unpredictability from Aston’s powertrain might lead to crashes in the Principality
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 2:49 PMAston Martin gives update on “random downshifts” after Fernando Alonso’s FP1 crash
Alonso lost control in Monaco practice after repeatedly complaining about “random downshifts”
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 10:39 AMFernando Alonso wary of Monaco crashes amid Aston’s “random downshifts”
Alonso fears unpredictability from Aston’s powertrain might lead to crashes in the Principality
- Motorsport.comJun 5, 2026, 10:39 AMFernando Alonso wary of Monaco crashes amid Aston’s “random downshifts”
Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin needs to get its Formula 1 powertrain under control, lest some crashes occur in the Monaco Grand Prix. Alonso was noticeably hampered by “random downshifts” in qualifying at Miami, ending up 1.2s down on the Q2 cutoff time, as this long-lasting problem became more prominent. The issue is gearbox-related but occurs within the wider power unit context ...Keep reading
- AutosportJun 5, 2026, 10:29 AMAston Martin’s “random downshifts” leave Alonso wary of Monaco GP crashes
Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin needs to get its Formula 1 powertrain under control, as he raises concerns "random downshifts" could trigger crashes at the Monaco Grand Prix. Alonso was noticeably hampered by the problem in qualifying at Miami, ending up 1.2s down on the Q2 cutoff time, as this long-lasting problem became more prominent. The issue is gearbox-related but occurs within the ...Keep reading
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